SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 5 vs. beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 6.35 mm jack
Height 19.685 cm -
Width 21.59 cm -
Depth 4.724 cm -
Weight 363.1 g -
Colour White | Black -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 80 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm -
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Hypercardioid
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -48 dB -
Impedance 2200 Ohm 200 Ohm
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Controls Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Headset cable
Cable Length 3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Additional Functions Adjustable RGB lighting -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Connector Type Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
Headset (phone stereo 6.3 mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 5 beyerdynamic DT 290-XJ
Included Accessories USB ChatMix Dial Neutrik NC3MX XLR 3-pin microphone adapter, NPC3C 3-pole A-gauge jack headphone adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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